SmarterMarkets™ Catching Up On Climate Episode 1 | David Shukman, Journalist & Former Science Editor, BBC
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Sep 6, 2025 David Shukman, a veteran journalist and former BBC Science Editor, dives into the local impacts of climate change and the urgent need for effective storytelling. He emphasizes how governments and corporations must adapt their responses as climate realities become more immediate. Shukman critiques 'green hushing,' where companies silence their climate actions, and discusses the importance of relatable communication in fostering public urgency around climate issues. He calls for immediate action and collaboration to confront escalating climate threats.
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Focus On The Here-And-Now
- Climate coverage must shift from distant projections to present, local impacts to save lives and reduce harm.
- David Shukman argues focusing on current extreme events and preparedness serves the public best.
Warmer Air Means Harder Rain
- Warmer air holds more moisture, increasing extreme rainfall intensity and local flash floods.
- Shukman links scientific mechanisms to everyday events to make climate impacts tangible for the public.
Adaptation And Opportunity Align
- Businesses and activists are converging on dual tracks: cut emissions and adapt to worsening extremes.
- Shukman says financial markets also see profit opportunities in adaptation technologies and services.
